1 Peter 4:15 kjv — But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men’s matters.

King James Version

"But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men’s matters."

— 1 Peter 4:15, King James Version

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1 Peter 4 — Context

12

Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you:

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But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.

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If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified.

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But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men’s matters.

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Yet if any man suffer as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this behalf.

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For the time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God: and if it first begin at us, what shall the end be of them that obey not the gospel of God?

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And if the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the ungodly and the sinner appear?

1 Peter 4:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Peter 4:15 say?
1 Peter 4:15 in the King James Version reads: “But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men’s matters.”
Where is 1 Peter 4:15 in the Bible?
1 Peter 4:15 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Peter, chapter 4, verse 15.
Who wrote 1 Peter?
1 Peter is traditionally attributed to Peter the Apostle. It was written c. AD 62–64.
What is the book of 1 Peter about?
Peter writes to "elect exiles" suffering for their faith, anchoring them in a living hope, an incorruptible inheritance, and the example of Christ who suffered for them. The letter teaches believers how to live well as strangers in a hostile world.
What are the major themes of 1 Peter?
1 Peter explores themes including Suffering, Living Hope, Holiness, Submission, Shepherding. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Peter 4:15.
What translation should I read 1 Peter 4:15 in?
1 Peter 4:15 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Peter 4:15?
1 Peter 4:15 reads (KJV): “But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men’s matters.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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